Bob Haynie: The Orioles Like The Home Run
Heading into Tuesday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels, the Baltimore Orioles were a team that rated high in Major League Baseball's home run categories.
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Heading into Tuesday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels, the Baltimore Orioles were a team that rated high in Major League Baseball's home run categories.
Over a third of the season is gone. It's been mostly tight around the league so far. Lots of parity in the game right now. Here we go!
Things have turned sour for the Birds, who have lost five in a row and seven of nine. So this week's 6-4-3 will try and stay positive.
One month of the season is almost in the books and the surprises keep coming!! Remember the "6-4-3" is the top six teams, four stats to know and bottom three teams in the bigs.
Here is this week's installment of my 6-4-3. Top 6 teams, 4 stats to note and bottom 3 teams in MLB.
The Atlanta Braves have bolstered their bullpen depth by acquiring right-handed reliever Luis Ayala from the Baltimore Orioles for a minor-leaguer.
Andrelton Simmons is a good bet to win several gold gloves during his career, and he's shown the ability to stay within himself and make adjustments at the plate.
Adam Jones had a one-word description of the Orioles' second straight shutout win: "Chen-sational."
Jason Hammel pitched a one-hitter for his first career shutout, allowing only Jason Heyward's two-out single in the seventh inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Atlanta Braves 5-0 on Saturday night.
Rookie Andrelton Simmons made amends for his first career error by hitting a two-run, go-ahead homer in the sixth inning and the Atlanta Braves beat Baltimore 4-2 on Friday night to end the Orioles' five-game winning streak.
Slowed by a tender elbow, Tsuyoshi Wada made his delayed spring training debut for the Baltimore Orioles when he pitched two innings of relief for a split squad Sunday in a 2-2, 10-inning tie against the Atlanta Braves.
Mike Minor pitched three scoreless innings in his second spring outing but the Atlanta Braves lost to the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 on Thursday.
The St Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Braves are tied for the wild card in the National league, while the Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays are tied for the wild card in the AL.
I hope everyone had a happy and safe Fourth of July. If you were away (Ocean City?) did you watch the three-game series against the Atlanta Braves? And if so, what did you think of the way the Orioles finished interleague play?
David Ross hit his second career grand slam and the Atlanta Braves held on for a 5-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night.
A dominant performance by Jair Jurrjens only added to the Baltimore Orioles' growing frustrations. Jurrjens threw a one-hitter for his first career shutout, Jason Heyward ended a long home-run drought and the Atlanta Braves beat the slumping Orioles 4-0 on Friday night.
After finishing the American League it's now time for me to make my way to the National League, and what better way to start than the NL East.
Two time MVP Dale Murphy's name is on the Hall Of Fame ballot. He speaks with Mark Viviano and Casey Willet about the differences in baseball now versus when he was a major leaguer.
The Yankees beat the Orioles 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games, overcoming a home run by Pete Alonso in his return to New York.
Another measles exposure notification has been issued by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), the fourth announcement within the past two weeks.
Leaders broke ground at the Sparrows Point Container Terminal on Friday morning, marking the start of construction for one of the biggest projects in the Port of Baltimore's history.
Twelve Marylanders were honored Friday for giving the ultimate sacrifice to protect our communities in their time of need.
The Flower Mart has become a Baltimore staple over the past century, after it was first held in 1911.
Baltimore saw its fewest monthly homicides since at least 1970, with four cases reported in April.
Sunday is the pick day of the weekend stretch, with more sunshine in the forecast.
A man who was reported missing more than 11 years ago was identified as the body found inside a van that was submerged in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, police said Friday.
Another measles exposure notification has been issued by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), the fourth announcement within the past two weeks.
Leaders broke ground at the Sparrows Point Container Terminal on Friday morning, marking the start of construction for one of the biggest projects in the Port of Baltimore's history.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Illusionist Spencer Horsman at Maryland's Illusions Bar & Theater.
WJZ is live in Havre de Grace at Bella's Tea Room, as they prepare for their big Mother's Day High Tea event.
First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, Flower Mart has become a Baltimore tradition over the past century.
Dr. Daria J. Willis, President of Howard Community College, joins us to talk about the Children's Learning Center on HCC's campus.
Baltimore's More Than a Barber Shop talks about its newest community initiative.
The Yankees beat the Orioles 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games, overcoming a home run by Pete Alonso in his return to New York.
The Kentucky Derby will see a full field of 20 horses in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
Yordan Alvarez went 3 for 4 with his 12th homer and scored three runs as the Houston Astros beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-5 to split a doubleheader Thursday.
Adley Rutschman and Jeremiah Jackson had grand slams to help the Baltimore Orioles cruise to a 10-3 win over the Houston Astros in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday.
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 5/1/2026
Maryland may see some rainfall on Friday night before cool, dry weather returns for the weekend.
Sunday is the pick day of the weekend stretch, with more sunshine in the forecast.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Maryland could see some wet weather on Friday before a cloudy, cool weekend.
Former UMMC pharmacist indicted in nearly decades long cyber voyeurism case
Two teens were arrested in connection with two separate carjacking incidents in Baltimore, police said.
First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, the Flower Mart has become a Baltimore staple over the past century. This Friday and Saturday its colorful blooms are back.First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, the Flower Mart has become a Baltimore staple over the past century. This Friday and Saturday its colorful blooms are back.
Twelve Marylanders were honored Friday for giving the ultimate sacrifice to protect our communities in their time of need. It was part of the 41st annual Fallen Heroes Day ceremony at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens.
A man is facing charges after Baltimore County police said he abducted a middle school student on Thursday, April 30.